Thanksgiving is just around the corner and you’re probably trying to think of new meals to try out with the family. Well, you’ve come to the right place because I am about to share with you different meal ideas for you to make this Thanksgiving. I promise these meals are easy to make as I am not a chef and I chose the easiest but most delicious meals to try.
- Fried Mash Potato Balls

Yes, it’s exactly what you’re thinking. These are deep-fried mash potato bites for you and your family to enjoy. Inside of these are mashed potatoes, bacon bits, and cheese for you to devour. Follow this link here for the step by step recipe to make these quick and easy snacks. www.delish.com/cooking/recipe-ideas/a22566735/fried-mashed-potato-balls-recipe/
- Sweet Potato Casserole with Marshmallows

This is one of my favorite desserts. Yes, I am biased, but you have to try this amazing delight. Take all your sweet potatoes and some brown sugar. Then mash them together and throw them into a pan. Top it all off with pecans and marshmallows and then roast them in the oven. Enjoy eating this wonderful dessert that will help with your Thanksgiving naps. Here is the step by step recipe.
- Green Bean Casserole Bundles
I know what you’re thinking. How on earth can green bean casserole get any better?… Well, it can, by simply taking about a handle portion and wrapping it in bacon for individual snack sizes. If your favorite dish, like mine, is the green bean casserole, try out this new dish for an extra kick. You can’t go wrong with a little bacon. The recipe for this awesome meal is right here. www.delish.com/cooking/recipe-ideas/recipes/a50049/green-bean-casserole-bundles-recipe/
- Mashed Sweet Potatoes
If you like mashed potatoes and you also liked sweet potatoes, definitely try mashed sweet potatoes. This dish is an excellent and simple choice to show off your sweet side of Thanksgiving. This is very simple to make and you can even pour gravy on it to enjoy. Be sure to check out the recipe at this link and let us know how it turns out. www.delish.com/cooking/recipe-ideas/recipes/a55384/best-mashed-sweet-potato-recipe/
- Baked Apples with Sausage Stuffing
Not too sure how I would feel about this, but the stuffing balances out the sweetness of the apple. This is definitely something to try for dessert after eating your Thanksgiving meal. Just hollow out an apple, fill with sausage stuffing, and then throw into the oven. Check out the recipe here. growingupgabel.com/baked-apples-sausage-stuffing-recipe/
These are just some of the delicious meals that I was able to find. I am sure there are a lot more out there to try. If you decide to try out some of these meals, let us know at CRF how they turn out and let us know which one is your favorite. I will definitely be trying the fried mash potato balls and taking a wonderful nap after.
By Alex Appleget